PTO ignores these trademarked names that are more offensive than Redskins

In its decision to cancel federal trademarks for the name of the Washington Redskins, the US Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) cited Federal trademark law, which says: registration of trademarks ‘may not disparage’ or ‘bring into contempt or disrepute’ individuals or groups. : It seems like somewhat broad discretion has: given to the PTO in terms what deciding what is acceptable and what is not.: If some people find the name Redskins to be offensive, just wait until they read these 12 names put together by the Daily Caller. These trademarked names: haven’t received half the attention that is being given to the Redskins but are arguably much more offensive.

Cracka Azz Skateboards:: Unsurprisingly,: this trademark: was taken out for a line of skateboards and longboards, as well as associated clothing such as bandannas. While the USPTO helpfully notes that “The wording ‘cracka: azz’ has no meaning in a foreign language,” “cracka” is a slang version of “cracker,” which in this context is a term of derision for whites, used primarily within the black community.

You Can’t Make A Housewife Out Of A Whore:: This: trademark for T-shirts and hats: appears to imply that women involved in prostitution can never transition into the domestic role of a housewife. Such an accusation would certainly “bring them into contempt or disrepute,” the stated reasoning for eliminating the Redskins trademark.

Uppity Negro:: Intended to be imprinted on mugs and apparel,: this trademark: references the frequently used adjective “uppity” to describe blacks who agitated for greater respect and civil rights in the Jim Crow-era South.

In this: politically correct world we live in, the standard for what is considered offensive is constantly changing and being redefined by people with an agenda. I think it’s time that people: stop seeking out: government agencies to silence those: we disagree with, and instead remind ourselves of that simple children’s rhyme: we all learned growing up: : “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.”